Assistant Controller - Private Equity

Taurus Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in New York is seeking a strong Assistant Controller to manage fund accounting and support the CFO. Ideal candidates will have 5-8 years of experience in accounting, preferably from a Big Six firm, and a CPA is highly preferred. This role offers a competitive salary range and significant opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of accounting experience.
• Previous experience in Big Six accounting firms.
• CPA is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle the fund accounting process, including month end close and financial statements.
• Work with auditors, fund administrators and tax providers.
• Quarterly valuations and provide information to senior leadership.
• Run management company accounting and reporting functions.
• Work alongside investor relations on various ad hoc projects.
• Support CFO in all financial matters.
• Collaborate with CFOs of portfolio companies for reporting.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or relevant field

Job description

Overview

This range is provided by Taurus Search. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Taurus Search

Taurus has been hired to bring on a strong Assistant Controller who has the professional maturity and capabilities to quickly ascend to Controller. The ideal candidate have a strong history in public and private accounting within the asset management sector, particularly with Private Equity. This is a young fund with about 5 years in the business sitting at $3B in AUM. An agile and broad-skilled individual will be successful in this role and have the ability to grow alongside this organization.

Responsibilities

• Handle the fund accounting process, including month end close and financial statements
• Work with auditors, fund administrators and tax providers
• Quarterly valuations and provide information and reporting to senior leadership
• Run management company accounting and reporting functions
• Work alongside investor relations on various projects on an ad hoc basis
• Support CFO in all financial matters of the organization
• Work closely with CFOs of portfolio companies for reporting needs and financial oversight

Qualifications

• Bachelor''s degree in Accounting or relevant field
• 5-8 years experience in accounting
• Previous experience in Big Six accounting firms required
• CPA highly preferred
• Strong technical, analytical, communication and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite